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"L'Adieu Live au Zénith" is an emblematic album by Matoub Lounès, a committed Kabyle singer and poet. Recorded during his last concert at the Zenith in Paris in 1998, this album is a poignant testimony to the artist and his commitment to the Berber cause. The songs on the album are hymns to freedom, resistance and dignity. Matoub Lounès' texts are poignant and committed, denouncing violence, injustice and oppression. Her powerful and moving voice transports the listener into a universe of poetry and revolt. The musical arrangements are also remarkable, mixing traditional Kabyle sounds with rock and blues influences. The musicians who accompany Matoub Lounès on stage are virtuosos and bring incredible energy to each piece. An essential album for all fans of Matoub Lounès, but also for all those who seek to discover the richness of Berber culture and the commitment of it's artists. This album is a vibrant tribute to an extraordinary artist, who was able to carry high the colors of Kabylie and freedom.